Currently a problem in the north-east USA, but applicable after every
storm.
People in the south have more experience with hurricanes, and are used to
this advice. But apparently, some folks up north aren't in practice.
Never connect an electric generator to home electrical wiring without
installing a transfer switch to disconnect power from the electric
grid. Back feeding electric power into the utility lines is dangerous
for the repair crews working on utility lines.
Also, never run a generator indoors or in the garage. Only outdoors
20-feet away from doors and windows.
FCC has activated DIRS reporting for tropical storm Henri. So we should
see some communication system disaster reporting this afternoon.
- Reminder: Never connect a generator to home wiring without t... Sean Donelan
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